Colgate-Palmolive Award for Student Research Training in Alternative Methods
Supports graduate student research training in toxicology using in vitro or alternative methods to replace animal testing and advance non-animal research approaches.
Funder: Society of Toxicology
Due Dates: October 9, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,750 for travel, per diem, training, and research costs (one-time award).
Summary: Supports graduate student research training in toxicology using in vitro or alternative methods to replace animal testing.
Key Information: Strict eligibility: no animal use, animal sacrifice, or human embryonic cells in proposed research.
Description
This award is designed to enhance graduate student research training by supporting the development and use of in vitro methods or alternative techniques that replace the use of animals in toxicological research. The program encourages innovative approaches that reduce reliance on animal testing and aims to foster advancements in ethical and effective toxicology research. Funding can be used for hands-on training at external laboratories, specialized workshops, or symposia, with the ultimate goal of advancing alternatives to animal models in toxicology.
